MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

 

March 11, 2003

 

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Lloyd Burton. 

 

A roll call was taken which showed council members Sterling Rees, Russ Cowan, Larry Murray, and John Gardner present. Beverly Hansen was excused. The Mayor stated that the meeting was a regularly called meeting and that notice of the time, place and agenda of the meeting had been provided to the local news media and to each member of the governing body.

 

Others present included City Manager Brad Hancock, City Recorder Carolyn Wilcken, Craig Ashby, Jean Liddell, Josh Richens, Nicolas Dennis, Garrett Snow, Logan Rees, Evan Guyman, Wyatt  Wilkerson, Carma Wilkerson, and Lezlee Whiting.

 

The opening prayer was given by Russ Cowan.

 

MINUTES

 

A motion was made by Sterling Rees to approve the minutes of the meeting of February 25, 2003, after revision.  Motion seconded by Larry Murray.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

PURCHASE ORDERS

 

A motion was made John Gardner to approve the following purchase orders.  Motion seconded by Russ Cowan.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

36577

Duchesne County

$  32,920.00

36298

36245

36526

36576

35768

3657836584

 

 

Freedom Mailing

Gall’s Inc.

US Design & Trophy

McNeil Duncan, CPA

Thatcher Chemical

Fred Moreton & Company

Zions Bank

MCI Worldcom

McKeachnie & Allred

Cindy Barton-Coombs

Moon Lake Electric

Joel Berrett

K & K Sanitation

UBET Cellular

UBTA Communications

LCL Oil

  700.32

 750.26

890.00

2,800.00

909.79

1,175.00

22,200.00

801.93

4,191.34

775.00

9,385.97

775.00

30,957.55

1,206.23

1,980.03

      3,141.76

 

$115,560.18

 

MAYOR APPOINTMENT – EXPANDED WATER DISTRICT

STUDY COMMITTEE

 

Mayor Lloyd Burton appointed Brad Hancock and Sterling Rees to serve on the committee that is made up of two representatives from Roosevelt City Council, Neola Water District, Cedarview Montwell Water District, and Randy Crozier of the Duchesne County Water Conservancy District.  A motion was made by Larry Murray to approve these appointments.  Motion seconded by Russ Cowan.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS

 

Council reviewed a home occupation business license application from Melissa Kelsey for Melissa’s Miracle Maids.  After review and discussion, a motion was made by Russ Cowan to approve this application.  Motion seconded by John Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

BUILDING AUTHORITY MEETING

 

A motion was made by Russ Cowan to go into a Building Authority meeting.  Motion seconded by Larry Murray.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Mayor Lloyd Burton called the regular council meeting back into session.

 

RESOLUTION NO. 2003-201 – LEASE WITH BUILDING AUTHORITY

FOR UBAOG BUILDING

 

Council reviewed Resolution No. 201-2003, consideration for adoption of a resolution of the city Council of Roosevelt City, Duchesne County, Utah (the "CITY") authorizing and approving the execution of a first amendment to lease agreement amending the lease agreement by and between the City and the Municipal Building  Authority of Roosevelt City, Utah (the "AUTHORITY"); authorizing and approving the execution by said City of a first amendment to sublease agreement amending the sublease agreement by and between said city and the Uintah Basin Association of Governments ("UBAG") authorizing the issuance and sale by the Authority of its taxable lease revenue bonds, Series 2003 in the aggregate principal amount of 210,000; authorizing execution of a first supplemental master resolution dated as of April 1, 2003, amending the master resolution dated as of July 1, 2001, a first amendment to ground lease by and between the authority and UBAG, security documents as amended, and other documents required in connection therewith; authorizing the completion of construction of an office building and related improvements; authorizing the taking of all other actions necessary to the consummation of the transaction contemplated by this resolution; and related matters.  After review and discussion, a motion was made by Russ Cowan to approve this resolution.  Motion seconded by Sterling Rees.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

SIGNS BLOCKING MOTORISTS VIEW DISCUSSION

 

Council discussed a safety concern with two signs that block the view of motorist. These two sites were identified at Highway 40 and State Street and Highway 40 and 700 East.  The “All A Dollar Sign” is also a concern.  These concerns will be directed to Roger Eschler’s attention.

 

DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PLAN DISCUSSION

 

Mayor Burton explained the process that was taken in deciding on a Downtown Revitalization Plan as the city’s one year project for PCIB funding.  After discussion, a motion was made by Larry Murray to accept this as the number one project.  Motion seconded by Russ Cowan.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

STATE STREET AND HIGHWAY 40 TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE DISCUSSION

 

City Manager Brad Hancock reported on his visit with Utah Department of Transportation representatives.  Brad learned that the city is going to have to make some changes to the intersection before UDOT will put in a light.  These changes will be costly and include straightening State Street on the south side of Highway 40, addressing the grade concerns, and dealing with other issues such as the close proximity of the residential garage on the southeast side of State Street.  It was suggested by the City Manager that the cost of this project be included with our Main Street Project funding request.  City Manager also stated that it would require a commitment from our street budget to retire any bonds for these projects.

 

GOLF CLUB TOURNAMENT FEE DISCUSSION

 

City Manager Brad Hancock asked council’s direction regarding tournaments for the Men’s and Women’s Golf Associations.  There are three requirements that need to be met that requires green fee payment for a tournament as follows: 1. Over 20 players, 2. Closure of the course, and 3. the Golf Pro does the scoring.  These Associations would not fall under these requirements.

 

FINANCIAL REQUEST FROM FIRE CHIEF

 

Fire Chief Lee Rockwood is asking Council for an additional $2,500.00 to purchase SCBA’s (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) for his department.  A motion was made by Larry Murray to authorize this request and pay this $2,500 out of unappropriated surplus the purchase of SCBA’s can be made.  Motion seconded by John Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

REVITALIZATION FUNDS FOR RECREATION PROGRAM

 

City Manager Brad Hancock reported on a meeting with the Duchesne County Commissioners and Doug Nielsen, Road Supervisor for the county.  This meeting was also attended by Parks and Recreation Director Linden Dye and City Recorder Carolyn Wilcken.  The Commissioners have committed $75,000 to go toward a recreation project.  After discussion, a motion was made by Sterling Rees to accept expansion of Constitution Park as our project for Revitalization funds.  Motion seconded by Larry Murray.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

REVIEW OF BUSINESS LICENSE

 

A driver with the Vernal Cab Company has been caught selling narcotics out of his vehicle here in Roosevelt.  Police Chief Steve Hooley has recommended that the business license be revoked.  After discussion, a motion was made by Larry Murray that a letter be written to the company owner stating that the business license will be revoked unless he appears before council at the next meeting in two weeks.  Motion seconded by Russ Cowan.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT STATISTICS

 

Police Chief Steve Hooley gave a presentation on the yearly statistics for his department.

 

COUNCIL CONCERNS

 

Sterling ReesSterling asked that the City Cleanup Campaign be put on the next agenda for discussion.

Russ Cowan – Russ asked that the sidewalk located at 144 North State Street in front of Aaron Pace’s residence be looked at because it is uneven and creates a liability.

 

A motion was made by Russ Cowan to adjourn the meeting.  Motion seconded by Sterling Rees.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

 

 

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Lloyd Burton, Mayor

 

 

ATTEST:

 

 

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Carolyn Wilcken, Recorder